Spain, along with 24 other countries And a European Union commissioner, has issued a overwhelming joint statement in which the “immediate cessation “ of hostilities in Gaza. In the letter, which has the support of nations such as France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Italy and Japanit is denounced that “Suffering of civilians has reached new depths “ And Cueha de “dangerous and degrading “ The humanitarian aid distribution model implemented by the Israeli government.
The declaration condemns in clear terms the strategy of “Help to droppers “ and the tragic balance of victims: “It is horrible that more than 800 Palestinians have died while looking for help “. In addition, It urges Israel to immediately lift the restrictions To the assistance flow, allowing the UN and Humanitarian NGO to work safely and effectively.
The statement also alerts about the Danger of forced displacement of the Palestine population and firmly opposes plans that advocate transfer them to “Humanitarian cities “qualifying these proposals as Infringement of International Humanitarian Law. Likewise, it underlines the need for a Alto the negotiated and permanent firewhich includes the immediate and unconditional liberation of hostages In Hamas since October 2023.
Meanwhile, on the ground, Israel has launched its first land operation in Deir al Balahin the center of Gaza, accompanied by intense bombings on food distribution infrastructure and facilities. At least three people have dead And more than 1,000 families have been displaced After evacuation orders of the Israeli army.
Consequences
The joint document warns that, Without a high immediate firethe humanitarian crisis will be aggravated With devastating consequences: Shot food prices, child malnutrition and the Confinement of 2.1 million people In just the 12 % of Gaza’s territoryaccording to the UN.
The 25 signatory nations, including European commissioner of equality, preparation and crisis management, They assure that they are willing to “take new measures “ To boost one political paththat guarantees the security of both the Israelis and the Palestinians and put an end to one of the most serious humanitarian crisis in decades.
